13 Mar 2026

Tour and Dinner - Saida Tour & Iftar - Saida District

  • "Religion is a candle inside a multicolored lantern. Everyone looks through a particular color, but the candle is always there."

    During Ramadan, as you all know by now, we organize a get-together for an Iftar. This year, our Iftar will include a cultural visit to Saida. Saida was one of the most important Phoenician cities and may have been the oldest. There are many landmarks to visit. Our focus will be on the following:

    -Sidon Sea Castle: The Crusaders built it in 1228 AD on a huge rock in the sea whereupon the Phoenicians had previously built a temple.

    -Audi Soap Museum: The factory dates back to the 17th century and is now transformed into a museum.

    -Debbane Palace: Debbane Palace is a historical residence built in 1721 AD and is open to the public for visitors to witness the Arab-Ottoman architecture and details of that era.

    -El Kikhya Mosque: a striking Ottoman-era mosque, famous for its grand architecture, elegant minaret, and rich historical significance in the heart of Saida.

    -Historical Roman Orthodox Church (if open): Its date of construction is unknown. However, it is believed that it was constructed over the debris of an older church.

    -Old Souk: Between the Sea Castle and the Castle of St. Louis stretches the old town and a picturesque vaulted old market.

    -Khan el Franj: was built by Emir Fakhreddine in the 17th century to accommodate French merchants and goods in order to develop trade with Europe. This is a typical khan with a large rectangular courtyard and a central fountain surrounded by covered galleries.

    After such an interesting and cultural tour of the city, we will go for Iftar at a nice restaurant where the tables are set outside in the garden with greenery and water fountains.

    WHERE: Saida - South Lebanon
    Sea level - 35 Km from Beirut

    WHEN: Friday, March 13

    MEETING TIME: 3:00 PM. Departure at 3:15 PM sharp.

    MEETING PLACE: Parking of Sagesse School in Jdeideh, facing the public garden. (See map on: https://www.vamos-todos.com/Pages/ParkingMap.aspx).
    There will be a breakfast stop along the way.

    PRICE: $75 per person including transport, guides, insurance, tour, all the entrances and lunch.
    + $10 entrance fee for non-Lebanese participants (without Lebanese ID or passport)
    You can register now at all branches of Antoine Library or on the following link:
    https://www.antoineticketing.com/blocks/2/outdoors-experiences

    RESERVATION:
    Available daily from 8 am to 5 pm at +961 3 917190 or +961 79 115001. For faster response, please send an SMS or WhatsApp with your name, surname, Lebanese phone number (if available), email, address and event you'd like to attend.

    WHAT TO BRING:
    Please visit this link: https://www.vamos-todos.com/Pages/Homepage.aspx#section-equipmentneeded

    REGULATIONS & PAYMENT RATES:
    Please refer to this link: https://www.vamos-todos.com/Pages/Homepage.aspx#section-regulations

    COLLABORATION:
    “LIA Assurex” is the exclusive insurance sponsor of Vamos Todos.

    Best regards,
    Vamos Todos
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